Springfield
Fabulous February invites families to experience winter at Forest Park
SPRINGFIELD — It is winter, but that does not mean there is nothing to do at Forest Park.
BHN launches intensive youth crisis family support program
When a child or teen is in crisis, it can be difficult to know where to look for resources. Behavioral Health Network has recently launched its Family-Based Intensive Treatment program, a crisis stabilization program for youth up to age 21.
AMR answers snow-related calls, faces challenges during storm
SPRINGFIELD — Winter Storm Fern ravaged much of the country over the course of four days, hitting Western Massachusetts as a nor’easter and dropping 18 to 20 inches of snow between Jan. 25 and 26.
BHN opens Abilities Learning Center for dedicated youth behavioral services
SPRINGFIELD — On a cold January morning, elected officials and Behavioral Health Network leadership gathered outside the doors of its new facility at 583 East Columbus Ave. to cut the ribbon, officially opening the Abilities Learning Center.
Warming centers by cities and towns as cold weather arrives at end of January
It’s going to be a brutal end to the month of January. Gone are the January thaw temps of mid-month. Heavy snow is predicted on Jan 25 to 26, with real feel daytime temperatures of 7 to 10 degrees and below zero temps predicted overnight, for the entire week.
Sarno talks economic investment opportunities, acknowledges challenges
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno and Chief Development Officer Timothy Sheehan sat down recently with Reminder Publishing to discuss the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead for the city in 2026.
O’Dell Women’s Center Foundation provides $550,000 to community
SPRINGFIELD — It was only the second year of operation for the O’Dell Women’s Center Foundation, but it made a substantial impact in the city of Springfield and surrounding communities.
District attorney connects with youth through outreach programs
SPRINGFIELD — The public may think of the Hampden County District Attorney’s office only when they have an interaction with law enforcement.
MLK’s dream kept alive in Springfield at 11th annual celebration
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield’s 11th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration was filled with song, remarks by elected officials and the words of the city’s schoolchildren, all celebrating accomplishments while acknowledging how far the United States has yet to go.
State Sen. Adam Gomez shares his legislative goals for 2026
SPRINGFIELD — January 2026 marks the middle of the state’s two-year legislative session, and Reminder Publishing reached out to lawmakers to discuss their goals for the year ahead. State Sen. Adam Gomez shared his priorities and what bills he is focused on.